Maintenance Supervisor

Amyantek; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the recycling industry is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor for the afternoon shift. This role focuses on ensuring the effective operation of machinery and infrastructure, while leading a team in a safe and productive environment. The ideal candidate is experienced in maintenance and skilled trades, bringing strong leadership and communication skills to foster a motivating workplace.

Benefits

Three weeks vacation

Comprehensive benefits

Change rooms with lockers and showers

Yearly safety boot allowance

Uniforms and laundering service

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing skilled trades.
• 5+ years hands-on maintenance mechanic experience.
• Working knowledge of CMMS software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting, repairs, and installations on plant equipment.
• Foster a positive work environment and support employee development.
• Perform preventive maintenance aligned with production requirements.

Skills

Welding techniques

Mechanical maintenance

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Mechanical or Engineering Technology

Valid Millwright, Mechanic, or Electrician ticket/certification

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor – Afternoon Shift

Looking for full time positions for our client in the recycling industry

Maintenance Supervisor – Afternoon Shift - is this only afternoon shift? Yes, only the afternoon shift.

Location : North York, ability to travel between sites- Main location is concord? Main location will be at 164 Fenmar Drive, North York

Afternoon Shift : Monday to Thursday 2 : 30pm to 12 : 00am (midnight), Friday 12 : 00pm (Noon) to 9 : 00pm

Ideal Candidate : a millwright with leadership experience. Ideally, someone with supervisory experience who is interested in the afternoon shift would be the best match.

Full time role with 3 weeks vacation and Benefits

Our Client sources and processes recycled ferrous and non-ferrous metals across North America and ensure they do not end up in a landfill or go to waste. Our recycling stream ensures that all the ferrous and non-ferrous metals that enter our yards will create something new again!

Job Summary

Our Client is growing, and we’re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to join our team! In this role, you’ll lead and perform troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, preventative maintenance, and installations on a wide range of plant and yard equipment. From machinery to infrastructure, your work will help ensure a safe, efficient, and productive environment for everyone on site. This position involves both outdoor work in our recycling yards and indoor tasks in our maintenance shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and motivating work environment by engaging and supporting employees.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to ensure employees receive effective training and development opportunities.
• Lead a crew of 2 or more employees, leveraging multi-skilled expertise.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant and yard equipment in alignment with daily production requirements.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Fabricate parts and equipment based on instructions or blueprints.
• Install, commission, and test new machinery to ensure proper functionality.
• Execute welding repairs on equipment as needed.
• Assign work orders to employees or external contractors, ensuring clarity and prioritization.
• Partner with the Maintenance Coordinator to procure supplies, parts, services, and equipment efficiently.
• Monitor completed repairs for adherence to quality standards and productivity benchmarks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Respond to service calls as required, providing swift and effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical or Engineering Technology, or a Technician / Technologist diploma. Alternatively, hold a valid Millwright, Mechanic, or Electrician ticket / certification.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience managing skilled trades such as welders, millwrights and truck mechanics.
• At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in welding techniques and applications.
• Strong mechanical maintenance background with demonstrated aptitude.
• Experience with heavy equipment movers and balers is considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong independent judgment, reasoning, and decision-making abilities.
• Working knowledge of CMMS software is an asset.
• Valid G driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must own and maintain personal tools.

A few things about us / what we offer :

• A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and performance-based increases
• Change rooms with lockers and showers
• Lunchroom equipped with microwaves, fridges, coffee
• Yearly safety boot allowance
• Uniforms and laundering service
• Organized, clean, and well-maintained work environment
• An inclusive, friendly and multi-cultural environment
• Progressive and approachable leadership team focused on winning and continuous improvement
• Our commitment to your health and safety, and the health and safety of our customers, neighbors and others around us

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